Former NFL football player found dead after going on hike in Florida
Former Raiders defensive end Joe Campbell who was a member of the 1980 football team that won a Super Bowl was found dead after going on a hike in Florida.
The 68-year-old suffered cardiac arrest according to his family while hiking. Campbell was drafted in 1977 by the New Orleans Saints in the 7th round.
Joe would go on to play five years in the NFL including time with the Buccaneers. He was remembered for his great season with the Raiders in 1980.
In 1980, the Raiders were a wild card team entering the playoffs and became the first wild card team to win the Super Bowl over the Eagles.
Please keep the Campbell family in your prayers during this tough time.
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